In an ongoing operation, Israeli forces continue their occupation of a buffer zone in southern Lebanon. This move aims to dismantle Hezbollah’s infrastructure. The stringent measures implemented here echo those found in the West Bank.
The Rev. Hugues de Woillemont acknowledges the resilience of Christians who have stayed in southern Lebanon. ‘They are demonstrating remarkable courage and determination,’ he states.
The scene on the southwestern coastal road of Lebanon paints a picture of the conflict. As vehicles move forward, the flags signal the diverse influences in the region. The yellow and green Hezbollah flag is first, followed by the red, white, and green tricolor of Iran. A few miles from the border, the blue and white flag of Israel appears.